Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package: Up to $500

Health package: Medical, dental, and视s

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off in accordance with site

Paid time off in accordance with site

Job summary

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities to work with dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and more, emphasizing patient safety, client education, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint for multiple species.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Client communication

Medical records

Surgical assistance

Vital signs

Outpatient procedures

Dental procedures

Job description

SouthPark Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile veterinary assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. The practice sees a diverse range of patients, including dogs and cats, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and turtles, providing an exciting opportunity to work with multiple species and expand your clinical skillset.

We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 22 - $25 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday and rotating Saturday coverage for a half-day shift.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 4+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and stress-free restraint skills for dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, and avian of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Client communication and education
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
  • Ability to assist in surgical procedures and dental prophy's
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

Why choose SouthPark Animal Clinic?

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, is a 3-doctor practice dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for a diverse range of patients. In addition to dogs and cats, the team also sees pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and turtles, offering a varied and rewarding caseload.

Their experienced team provides comprehensive services, including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and orthopedic surgery, with a focus on personalized medicine and building lasting relationships with pets and their families.

Posting Date: 08/21/26

The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$22 - $25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.